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Castle Cary to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Castle Cary to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £8.00, with average prices for this route around £8.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:49 2h 32m, No direct Castle Cary	09:21 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
07:26 2h 19m, No direct Castle Cary	09:45 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
07:50 2h 19m, No direct Castle Cary	10:09 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
08:44 2h 8m, No direct Castle Cary	10:52 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
10:38 2h 11m, No direct Castle Cary	12:49 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
11:14 2h 30m, No direct Castle Cary	13:44 Paris	Find Tickets

Castle Cary to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

06:49

Last train

22:35

Departure station

Castle Cary

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

2h 7m

Distance

62 km

Price

£8.00*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Castle Cary to Cardiff Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Castle Cary to Cardiff Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Castle Cary to Cardiff Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Castle Cary to Cardiff Central, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Castle Cary to Cardiff Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Castle Cary to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Castle Cary to Cardiff Central train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Castle Cary to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Castle Cary to Cardiff Central train route details